Utility Technician II - O.N. Stevens

Overview

Utility Technicians are responsible for the maintenance and operation of the O.N. Stevens Water Treatment Plant, Choke Canyon Reservoir, Wesley Seale Dam and Lake Texana Pipeline.

Responsibilities

• Assists in identifying maintenance requirements, developing preventative maintenance strategies and plans and performing root cause analysis of equipment failures
• Make determinations and implements preventative maintenance actions to prevent future failures
• Prepares purchasing and minor construction contracts in direct support of maintenance and operations
• Performs preventative and corrective maintenance on engines, generators, pumps, settling tanks, filers, chemical feed systems, piping systems, and other types of rotating machinery and gear boxes
• Performs other related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non-Exempt - Full-Time
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Two (2) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• Valid Texas Class A CDL must be obtained within one (1) year of hire
• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes
• Drug Screening: Yes
• Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.